Trump envoy asks FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in 2026 World Cup: report
NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri explained in a briefing why the public transportation company is increasing tickets to World Cup games to $150 this summer.
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Trump envoy seeks to replace Iran with Italy in upcoming World Cup, FT reports
A top envoy to US President Donald Trump has asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the upcoming World Cup, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. The plan is an effort to repair ties between Trump and Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni after the two fell out amid the American president’s attacks against Pope Leo XIV over the Iran war, the FT reported, citing people familiar with the matter. “I confirm I have suggested to Trump and (FIFA president Gianni) Infantino that Italy replace Iran at the World Cup. I’m an Italian native and it would be a dream to see the Azzurri at a US-hosted tournament.
Donald Trump envoy suggests Italy should replace Iran at this summer’s World Cup
An envoy to United States President Donald Trump has suggested Italy should replace Iran at this summer’s World Cup.
Italy underwhelmed by Trump envoy's suggestion they should replace Iran at World Cup
April 22 : The suggestion that Iran should be replaced by Italy at this year's World Cup drew a mix of embarrassment and apathy from Azzurri fans on Thursday, with Italian media reminding readers that the idea has a very familiar feel.
Mike Vrabel stepping away from Patriots indefinitely to seek counseling amid Dianna Russini controversy
OutKick's own Armando Salguero breaks down Mike Vrabel's first public presser on the Dianna Russini controversy. There was NO denial, and is this Vrabel's last time talking about it?
Mike Vrabel to seek counseling, won't be with Patriots for NFL draft Day 3 - ESPN
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel won't be with the team for the third day of the NFL draft on Saturday.
Putin criticises previous IOC leadership as 'shameful, cowardly'
April 22 : Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday criticised the former leadership of the International Olympic Committee as "shameful" and "cowardly" and said he hoped for a new approach from those now in charge of the Olympic movement.
Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in leadup to World Cup
MEXICO CITY: Mexico’s government said it was beefing up security at tourist sites after a man opened fire on tourists at pyramids outside of Mexico City less than two months before the FIFA World Cup.